Over 600 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage. More than 17 wooded acres. A landmark residence by architect Norman Carver Jr. Opportunities of this caliber are exceptionally rare. Originally built as the H.D. Mendel residence, this architectural estate showcases Japanese contemporary influences through soaring walls of glass, warm natural wood, and a design that seamlessly connects every living space to the surrounding landscape. The result is an extraordinary sense of privacy paired with panoramic Lake Michigan views. The 6,200+ square foot home offers seven bedrooms, seven-and-a-half baths, multiple indoor gathering spaces, and a main-level lakeside primary suite. Resort-style amenities include an in-ground pool, tennis court, attached guest quarters, double seawall, and a private tram providing effortless access to the beach below. Truly one of the Lake Michigan coast's most significant legacy estates, offering a lifestyle that is hard to replicate.
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$5,995,000
1600 Rocky Gap Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
7beds
6,263sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
17.21 Acres Lot
$5,335,800 Zestimate®
$957/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Attached guest quartersIn-ground poolDouble seawallMultiple indoor gathering spacesSeven-and-a-half bathsPanoramic lake michigan viewsMain-level lakeside primary suite
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Listed by:
Elizabeth Roch 312-636-8751,
@properties Christie's International R.E. 269-469-0700
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26033396
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Description: Guest suite
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Description: Guest suite
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: See floorplan in docs
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Recreation
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Guest Quarters, Wet Bar, Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Garden Window
- Basement: Partial,Slab
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Den, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,263
- Total interior livable area: 6,263 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Scrn Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Lake Michigan
Lot
- Size: 17.21 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Ground Cover, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Parcel number: 110302120002190
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Benton Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $957/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,210,084
- Annual tax amount: $59,254
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$5,335,800
$5.07M - $5.66M
$2,854/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000$957/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Listing removed | $5,995,000$957/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000$957/sqft |
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| 12/19/2025 | Listing removed | $5,995,000$957/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Price change | $5,995,000-11.8%$957/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Price change | $6,800,000-6.2%$1,086/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Price change | $7,250,000-8.8%$1,158/sqft |
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| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,950,000-0.6%$1,269/sqft |
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| 10/17/2024 | Listing removed | $7,995,000$1,277/sqft |
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| 8/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $7,995,000$1,277/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $59,254 -10.5% | $1,360,800 +15.9% |
| 2024 | $66,175 | $1,173,700 -10.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $1,310,800 +93.2% |
| 2022 | $24,306 | $678,600 -18% |
| 2021 | -- | $827,800 -6.7% |
| 2020 | $23,443 +2.4% | $887,200 +1% |
| 2019 | $22,893 -3.2% | $878,400 +93.7% |
| 2018 | $23,654 +1.9% | $453,400 -23.7% |
| 2017 | $23,218 +0.3% | $594,400 +27.5% |
| 2016 | $23,149 +17.3% | $466,300 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $19,741 | $462,900 -17.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $559,600 -19.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $691,300 +1.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $678,400 -13.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $783,700 -4.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $818,100 -44.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,470,700 +4.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,406,900 +6.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,321,900 -0.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,330,400 +4.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,278,400 +7.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,193,800 +31.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $908,400 +17.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $771,800 -2% |
| 2001 | -- | $787,500 |
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Neighborhood: 49022
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- NADiscovery Enrichment CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 2.4 mi
- 2/10Fair Plain Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 2/10Benton Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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